Plans to complete White Rose rail station to be set out next week
Work on the partially built station halted last spring.
Plans to complete the long delayed White Rose railway station in Leeds are going to be set out next week.
Work on the new stop, linking Leeds City Centre with the city's biggest shopping centre, halted last spring. due to spiralling costs.
It's thought to be around 70% compete, with cladding, fitting out and electrical works among things which are yet to be completed.
Local leaders will hear an update on plans to get it finished at a meeting on May 8.
West Yorkshire Combined Authority now says White Rose Station 'could' be open by January 2027.
Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, said: “I want to see the station open to passengers as soon as possible as it will improve connectivity to South Leeds, attract significant investment and act as a catalyst for the area’s regeneration.
“If agreed, this decision will represent a major step towards resuming construction as we work with both the Department for Transport and Network Rail to confirm funding and put in place a delivery partnership.
“By upgrading our rail links and investing in public transport, we’re creating a better-connected West Yorkshire.”